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Slay The Spire 2 Crashes Again—Fans Rage With Review Bo... | TAG
This week's gaming news includes the release of Pragmata on April 17 for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch release on April 24, accompanied by a Diana Amiibo. Square Enix is releasing the Final Fantasy 7 Ascend the Shinra Building board game for $40, focusing on cooperative strategy. Additionally, the developers of Invincible Vs have acknowledged and plan to address issues with rage quitting during the game's open beta.
GTA Online’s 420 Event Brings Trippy Stoner Survival Mode & Big Rewards
Rockstar Games is celebrating 420 in Grand Theft Auto Online with a new Stoner Survival mode featuring psychedelic combat against bizarre enemies. The event, running through April 22, offers 4X GTA$ and RP rewards, a bonus for completing the weekly challenge, discounts on weed farm businesses, and the return of Peyote Plants. This themed event highlights Rockstar's mastery of live service scheduling and content delivery, maintaining player engagement while developing Grand Theft Auto 6.
Podcast: Roblox, Hollywood, and London Games Week
The GamesIndustry.biz podcast returns, discussing highlights from London Games Week, new UK government funding for the games industry, alleged revenue figures from a Rockstar Games hack, and Roblox's new parental controls alongside a child safety lawsuit settlement. The episode also previews an upcoming interview with Peter Molyneux about his career and his final game, Masters of Albion.
Rockstar Games is reportedly opening a whole new office just for regional GTA 6 marketing
Rockstar Games is reportedly establishing a new office in Madrid, Spain, dedicated to regional marketing efforts for Grand Theft Auto 6. This expansion, focusing on Portuguese language markets including Portugal and Brazil, aims to support the game's massive global launch on November 19. The move follows revelations about Spain's profitability for GTA Online and precedes an anticipated extensive marketing campaign.
Fallout co-creator Tim Cain says good level designers shouldn't "assume anything the player is going to do in…
Fallout co-creator Tim Cain emphasized that non-linear game design requires developers to avoid assumptions about player actions, such as expecting them to interact with NPCs in a specific order. He highlighted games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild for their freedom, contrasting them with the more restrictive mission design sometimes found in Rockstar Games' titles like Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption.
GTA 6 is largely British-made, but UK politicans likely won't brag about it like France did for Clair Obscur Expedition 33, minister says: "If we were the US, we'd be puffing out our chests"
UK Minister Ian Murray stated that the government should champion the success of British game developers like Rockstar Games, similar to how France promotes its titles. He acknowledged that while the UK has a significant global cultural impact through games, it traditionally hasn't publicized these achievements as vocally as other nations, such as the United States. Murray indicated efforts are underway to improve this support for the video game industry.
ArtooSC & the D-Squad Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guests of Honor
ArtooSC & the D-Squad, known for their screen-accurate Star Wars droid builds, will be Guests of Honor at Fire & Ice RGX 2026. The event will also feature updates and releases for Persona 5: The Phantom X, The Sims 4, Yooka-Replaylee, Grand Theft Auto Online, and the theme song for 007 First Light. Several other guests and an after-party have also been announced for the convention.
Call of Duty, GTA & Halo Rumors: What Gamers Are Buzzin... | TAG
Several gaming rumors and updates are circulating, including potential delays for Fable and Starfield's possible port to the Nintendo Switch 2. Magic: The Gathering is seeing rule changes that could impact card prices, while Overwatch faces criticism for performance issues on the Switch 2 and an overpowered ultimate ability. Additionally, a joke gaming mouse from Pulsar became a real product, a Cyberpunk 2077 mod resurrected a cut vehicle, and Grand Theft Auto Online's success presents a challenge for Grand Theft Auto 6.
Orchestral Soundtracks 2026 Spring Concert Coming to San Diego May 23
The Orchestral Soundtracks 2026 Spring Concert will be held on May 23 in San Diego, featuring music from games like Final Fantasy, NieR, and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End. The event, partnering with Scarlet Moon Records, will also showcase music from anime and Hoyoverse titles. Tickets are available via the official website.
Red Dead Redemption Gets Cheaper PS5 Physical Edition This May
Red Dead Redemption will receive its first physical PlayStation 5 edition in Europe on May 7, 2026, priced at €34.99, undercutting the current digital version's cost. This release marks a significant moment for physical media collectors and raises questions about pricing strategies and game preservation. While currently only announced for Europe, the release could set a precedent for future physical editions of older games.
420 Celebrations Returning to GTA Online
Rockstar Games is celebrating 420 in Grand Theft Auto Online with various in-game events and bonuses. Players can earn boosted GTA$ and RP on specific missions, including Stoner Survival, Pizza Delivery, and Smoke on the Water Delivery Missions. The event also features discounts on vehicles and cosmetic items, as well as free in-game clothing for completing certain objectives.
Wondering why GTA 6 Trailer 3 is taking so long? Rockstar already answered that question 14 years ago
Rockstar Games has explained its long-standing approach to releasing promotional material, citing a 2012 statement about Grand Theft Auto 5. The studio prioritizes releasing accurate information only when ready and saving surprises for the game's launch, which is why there have been significant gaps between trailers for Grand Theft Auto 6. This strategy aims to ensure players enjoy the final experience with plenty of unknowns.
GTA Online Goes Full 420 Mode With Wild Rewards, Trippy Survival And Big Payouts
Grand Theft Auto Online is celebrating 420 with a limited-time event featuring new modes like Stoner Survival and boosted payouts across various activities. Players can earn significant in-game currency and RP through missions, deliveries, and business sales, alongside returning Peyote Plants and themed cosmetic rewards.
Rumour: Red Dead Redemption May Be Getting A Rubbish 'Code-In-A-Box' Release
A rumor suggests that Red Dead Redemption may receive a physical 'code-in-a-box' release for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 on May 7, 2026, priced at €34.99. This version will include the base game and the Undead Nightmare DLC, but will not feature a physical cartridge for the Switch version. The article notes that the Nintendo Switch digital version received a 9/10 score.
Is Nintendo Holding Your Pokemon Champions Experience H... | TAG
Pokémon Champions on Nintendo Switch does not require a Nintendo Switch Online subscription to play online battles, though optional paid memberships offer extra features. Separately, Overwatch's Switch version is awaiting a 60 FPS fix, director Zach Cregger is working on a new sci-fi film, and Marty O’Donnell has received a surprising political endorsement. Additionally, Star Trek: Resurgence is being delisted, Elden Ring movie casting rumors are circulating, and Grand Theft Auto Online's financial leaks surprisingly boosted Take-Two's stock. PlayStation 5 sales have surged in the US, Horizon Zero Dawn is reportedly coming to PlayStation Plus Extra, and classic Warhammer games are now on Steam. Finally, giving away Graveyard Keeper for free led to significant DLC sales, and the unique game Mouse: PI For Hire is gaining attention.
Leaker: Nintendo Switch 2 code-in-box physical Red Dead Redemption set for 7th May
A retail leaker claims that a physical, code-in-box edition of Red Dead Redemption for the Nintendo Switch 2 will be released on May 7th for €34.99. Additionally, leaker NateTheHate reiterates that Red Dead Redemption 2 is expected to receive a current-gen update for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, as well as a port for the Nintendo Switch 2.
GTA Online Adds A Trippy 4/20 Mode That Makes You Hallucinate And Fight Clowns
Grand Theft Auto Online is celebrating 4/20 with a new "Stoner Survival" mode where players hallucinate and fight waves of enemies. The mode is available daily and offers quadruple GTA$ and RP until April 22. The event also includes discounts on Weed Farm Businesses and increased payouts for Pizza Delivery jobs.
Rockstar Games hackers reveal that GTA Online still makes tons of money
An unapproved release of Rockstar Games' financial information, stemming from a hack, has unexpectedly benefited Take-Two Interactive. The leaked data suggests that Grand Theft Auto Online continues to be a significant revenue generator for the company.
Red Dead Redemption Will Get Physical Release on PS5, Nintendo Switch 2 on May 7th – Rumor
A rumor suggests that Red Dead Redemption will receive a physical release on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 on May 7th, priced lower than its digital counterpart. The physical editions will include the base game and the Undead Nightmare expansion. This follows previous ports to PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch in 2023, with enhancements for current-generation consoles.
Yes, Take-Two's share price rose after the stolen Rockstar data was released, but don't read too much into it
Despite a short-term rise in Take-Two Interactive's share price following a data leak from Rockstar Games, the article cautions against overinterpreting the impact. The leak revealed details about Grand Theft Auto Online's revenue streams but did not significantly affect the company's year-to-date stock performance, which remains down. Future financial reports and potential game delays are highlighted as more significant factors for investors.
